From AutoCAD DWG drawing to G4 cross-section and saving to the library:
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Import the DWG file into the G4 environment by dragging it to the desktop. Select 2D Drawing.
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Accept the Default Setup. Explode the symbol and group.
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Check the continuity of the lines by chaining the geometry:
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Select an element → Fetch Chain
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Change to profile line → Properties
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If desired, save as a Vertex 2D drawing in the archive.
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Enter the name and other details.
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This way, the original DWG is converted into a Vertex .vxp file (2D drawing), which can be used and edited if necessary.
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Window-select and Copy the entire geometry to the clipboard.
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Specify a reference point at the desired location.
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Create a new G4 document:
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Enter the required details.
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Create a new sketch on the XY plane.
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Paste from the clipboard.
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You can change the insertion point if needed.
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Place it at the origin.
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Check the geometry integrity.
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The sketch must be closed in order to create a cross-section.
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For example, a red dot indicates a discontinuous line or extra geometry, etc.
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Dimensioning complex geometry can be laborious and often unnecessary if the original geometry is intact.
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Automatic constraints can be used (though in this case, for the cross-section, it might not be the best idea).
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You can draw additional grip points, i.e., guide lines, in the geometry if needed.
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Approve the sketch:
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The geometry is correct if, in the Operation Details window, you can select: Cross-Section.
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The cross-section is now ready.
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Define the material properties (default is steel density and color).
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You can also assign item information to the cross-section.
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Optionally, assign visualization material.
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Save the part, and finally Save to Library as a Profile.
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You can create a separate folder for the profile.
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Do NOT use spaces in the folder name!
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Test the new profile:
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Add Profile
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Refresh the browser
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It works! Done.